FIFA WC: When and where to watch Ecuador vs Germany, know all details

IANS | June 25, 2026 3:47 PM

New Jersey, June 25 (IANS) Germany have already locked up the top spot in Group E, but Ecuador head into their final group-stage match knowing qualification remains on the line in the FIFA World Cup 2026. The South Americans need a positive result against Julian Nagelsmann’s side and, more importantly, must finally find their scoring touch.

FIFA WC: When and where to watch Curacao vs Ivory Coast, know all details

IANS | June 25, 2026 2:44 PM

Philadelphia, June 25 (IANS) The battle for second place in Group E comes down to 90 minutes in Philadelphia as Curacao and Ivory Coast meet in a winner-takes-all contest on Friday. While Germany have already booked their place in the Round of 32, the race for the remaining qualification spot remains wide open, giving this fixture enormous significance for both nations.

Ryan Cook steps down as Netherlands head coach

IANS | June 25, 2026 12:42 PM

Amsterdam, June 25 (IANS) Ryan Cook has stepped down as head coach of the Netherlands men's cricket team with immediate effect, the Royal Dutch Cricket Association (KNCB) announced on Thursday, bringing an end to a four-year tenure that oversaw some of the most significant achievements in Dutch cricket in recent years.